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Research on Control Arm for Ford Ranger

Your Ford Ranger control arm has two different and separate pieces. There is an upper control arm and a lower control arm. Wikipedia describes it as a "hinged suspension link between the chassis and the suspension upright or hub that carries the wheel." A distinct knocking sound or a squeaking sound when you go over bumps in the road can be alert to check your Ford Ranger lower control arm. Uneven tire wear and the vehicle's tendency to wander are also early warning signs that a Ford Ranger control arm replacement may be necessary. If you wait too long the lower control arm can become completely disconnected from the suspension, making your vehicle completely inoperable.

Do I Need an Alignment?

Do I need an alignment if I change the upper control arm? If you change a 2003 Ford Ranger upper control arm you do not need an alignment but if you change the lower control arm you do need an alignment. The charge for the alignment is generally separate from the work done on any of the suspension including a 1999 Ford Ranger control arm replacement.

No Recall Specifically

Ford has not announced a recall on your Ford Ranger control arms. However, Ford is recalling almost 400,000 Ford Escape SUVs for lower control arms that could separate from the frame due to rust. It is wise to inspect your Ford Ranger control arms for the same rust or deterioration.

Can I fix It Myself?

The best option to replace the control arms, upper and lower, is to do the work yourself. The price of the parts is reasonable but most of the money spent at a repair shop is for labor, in this case. This is a job that you can accomplish with the help of some great online videos. Videos that describe replacing both upper and lower control arms are roughly 30 minutes long, so it shouldn't take you much time. If you are considering changing your Ford Ranger control arm bushing it is suggested to just get the entire new control arms because they can already come with bushings and ball joints attached to them. This can make your Ford Ranger control arm bushing replacement much simpler and quicker.

The Cost of Control

The cost of the job is dependent on exactly what parts you want to change. You can get the control arm separate, a Ford Ranger control arm lift, or buy a complete front suspension kit. The kit will generally include both lower and upper control arms, ball joints, and bushings. These parts will keep your truck driving great. When purchasing your parts, the giant auto part places, are not the best option. They have a giant overhead to pay. We don't. Your best bet is to get your parts from us, PartsGeek.com. We are an online parts supplier. We have all the parts you need online. Even a 1994 Ford Ranger control arm. Our low overhead means big savings for you.